House Ayers / House Lewis - Northern Virginia Wedding

Over a long weekend we made our way back to NoVA for the wedding of Suzanne and Shaun.  It was the perfect opportunity to see our other friends The Ellis' and The Theodore's for dinner on Friday night at House of Dynasty.

Then on Saturday morning we went to brunch at Jackson 20 in Old Town Alexandria.  Max and I had been here for dinner before, but never brunch.  Man, we were missing out.  The brunch was very reasonably priced and the mimosa's were perfect!  The other nice thing about going back to VA was that I didn't really have to drive so I was able to take fun selfies in the back of the car as Paul or Max drove (see below).

Selfie on the way to brunch at Jackson 20

After brunch we headed back to the hotel to get ready for the wedding.  I got this really awesome dress from Nordstrom Rack last year that I haven't had the chance to wear yet so I was pretty excited to get to wear it.  I didn't really get any great full length photos, but you can see how pretty it is.  It is knee/cocktail length.

As, our friends got married on base at Fort Belvoir so that was really neat as well as I've never been on a military base.

On the bus headed to the wedding on base at Fort Belvoir

The bride and groom requested no photos during the ceremony so I don't have any of them in the church, but it was a beautiful ceremony that was filled with love.

Outside the church after the ceremony

Next we jumped back on the bus and were taken over to the Officer's Club on base.  I mean WOW this place was just gorgeous!  During cocktail hour we gathered in a room filled with crests on the walls and selfie sticks on the tables (YES)!!

We thoroughly enjoyed the selfie sticks

I should also mention that the wedding had a subtle Game of Thrones theme.  During cocktail hour I saw these gems!  They took the books Game of Thrones is based on and had the pages folded to spell out their last names and the date of the wedding.  So very cool!!

House Ayers & House Lewis

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Here they are cutting the cake and next to them is a sample of the photo shopped photos we found framed during cocktail hour.  These two have the best sense of humor and we are so lucky to have such grounded friends that remind us that humor is key to everything.  Also, check out that view of the Potomac behind the cake...gorgeous!

Simply Dashing

Here are a couple group photos from the evening.  This wedding was very fun and Max and I had our fair share of time on the dance floor.  Growing up I was a bit of a wall flower, but Max is my dancing fool of a husband so he forces me to get out of my comfort zone and it's always for the best.

Two of our favorites Theresa and Jerry

Selfie stick action with the flower girl and the groom

Last, but certainly not least, we were able to meet up with Justin and Heather for brunch on Sunday before we headed back to TX.

Ted's Bulletin Brunch in Merrifield, VA

This was certainly a whirlwind trip, but we would never have it any other way!

Stitch Fix #4

My fourth Stitch Fix arrived on July 18th and I was extremely happy with this fix.  After my last fix I had requested a scarf this time around and also to continue the trend of bright colors!  Amy (my stylist) did not disappoint.

Here is a break down of the items I received:

1. Margaret M - Emer Jacquard Print High Wasted Cropped Pant {kept}

2. Pixley - Mirado Lasercut Detail Blouse {kept}

Top: Stitch Fix, Pants: Stitch Fix, Shoes: Nordstrom

I loved the detail in the top.  It's hard to see in these pictures, but there is a top layer that has tiny little squares cut out of it and then there is a solid blue tank underneath.  This shirt was amazingly comfortable and I'm pretty sure I said "mine" the moment I put it on.  The pants I was torn about.  Mainly because they were a little pricey, but again my stylist won me over on the comfort factor.  Side note: if these are considered high waisted I do NOT want to see what a low waist pair looks like.

3. Papermoon - Alexus Dress {returned}

4. Octavia - Henry Birds on Branch Infinity Scarf {kept}

Dress: Stitch Fix, Scarf: Stitch Fix, Shoes: Nordstrom

I really liked how this dress fit, but I have one almost identical to it so it had to go back.  As for the scarf I loved it!  It's the perfect weight to add some flair to an outfit without making me hot.

5. Fun2Fun - Walden V-Neck Blouse {returned}

Top: Stitch Fix, Skirt: Banana Republic, Shoes: Nordstrom

I really liked the color of this blouse, but the shoulders felt a little restricting and I honestly don't like to pay good money to "hulk" out of a shirt so this pretty thing had to go back.


For my next fix I requested that Amy style me again as I think she pretty much hit the nail on the head in regards to my style needs/wants.  The only item I requested this time around is a cardigan.  I am always cold at my office!

As always if you would like to learn more about the service or are interested in signing up for your own fix please visit here: Stitch Fix: Learn More - this post is not sponsored by Stitch Fix; however I do receive a credit if you sign up using my link.

Happy Fixing Folks!

It's Closing Time....

This past Tuesday we FINALLY closed on our home!

We are so very, very excited to start making this house truly our home.  With the help of family and friends it will definitely be coming along.

Below is a photo dump of the final product and us with our amazing, wonderful realtor, Carolyn Swann!

Front view of the house

Entrance

View from the front door

View from the kitchen to the dining room

View from the kitchen to the breakfast nook/mud room

View of the kitchen from the doorway of the breakfast nook/mud room

Other view of the kitchen from the breakfast nook/mud room

View from the kitchen to the living room

View from the dining room to the living room

Half bath

Downstairs study

View of the back patio and our current sand pit (grass will go down once I have my handy husband here)

Another view of the back yard

Side view of the patio

View of the stairs to the second floor

View of the master bath (my oasis) :)

Ok, Max can have a sink and part of the shower

Walk in closet (we are thinking of getting an organization system in here)

Master bedroom (much bigger than I could get in the photo)

Max's man cave/game room

HUGE laundry room (who knew I would be so excited to have a large laundry room)

Guest bath (sink area)

Guest bath (tub and toilet)

One of the guest bedrooms (choose wisely friends for you will forevermore get the one you chose first)

Second guest bedroom

Magical Beach Bachelorettte Party!

As I mentioned in my previous post this past weekend I was in Orlando, FL & Naples, FL celebrating my friend Heather's bachelorette.  When she got engaged she said she'd like to go to Universal Studios and check out Happy Potter World...of course being the nerd that I am I was completely on board with this!  This idea blossomed into a weekend in Florida with Friday spent at the park and then driving 3 hours to Naples, FL where her Mom graciously let us stay at the family condo.

There were 6 of us at the park and then 5 more joined us at the condo in Naples.  We had so much fun and Heather swears up and down she had a great time so I think the final fling before the ring was successful!

Side note: I would totally be fine making this a girls trip every couple of years...hint, hint.

With the Conductor in Hogmeade

With the pretty bachelorette

Fun on the beach

Drinks with the bachelorette and her sister

I think the drink matches your eyes Heather!

So mysterious.....

Group Shot!

Last but not least our farewell photo...I will definitely be back!